Recipes

From Iris' cookbook: 

Here's me (on the left) and my big brother Clyde. He has severe food allergies-specifically wheat and beef- so all the dog treats in the pet stores are a no-no for him. Too bad, because I LOVE Greenies!!! We were worried, and searched for interesting and easy recipes, and modified them for him. Feel free to substitute baby food meat for any of the baby food vegetable items. Baby food jars are the easiest to use in any recipe that calls for meat or vegetables, because they have no preservatives, and are already pureed,  Please remember to store all homemade treats in the refrigerator- since they have no preservatives, they have a short shelf life if left at room temperature! Also note that if your dog does not have food allergies, you may substitute regular white flour or wheat flour in any of these recipes.
 
 
"Buggsies" (Canine Carrot Cookies)
2 6oz jars baby food carrots        2 eggs
2 cups rye flour                               1 cup Quaker Oats(quick)
1 tbs minced garlic                        1 tbs honey

Mix all ingredients together. The consistency will be thick, but if the dough is too dry when mixing, add a little water. Roll into small meatballs, place on greased cookie sheet, and flatten them into patties. (For small dogs, I get about 40-50 treats, so I freeze half the dough for later- for bigger dogs, make the patties larger and cook about 10 minutes longer) Bake at 300 for about 30 minutes.  These treats are semi-soft, also crumble to fit nicely in a Kong  to keep pets occupied.
 
 
"Honeys" (Apple Cinnamon Cookies)
6 oz jar baby apples(applesauce)     1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup water                                         1 tsp cinnamon
1 cup Quaker Oats(quick)                   1 1/2 cups rye flour
 
Mix apple, honey, water, cinnamon and oatmeal. Gradually blend in flour. Roll in small meatballs, place on greased cookie sheet, and flatten them into patties. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes. These treats are crunchy. ( I haven't made larger ones, but if you do, add cooking time) Makes 3 1/2 dozen small treats
 
 
Cheesy Treats
(I haven't tried this one yet, but it was recommended by a friend)
1 cup Quaker Oats(quick)                   1 cup boiling water
3/4 cup cornmeal                                  1 tbs honey
1/3 cup boullion                                     1/2 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese       1 egg, beaten
2 cup rye flour
 
Mix oats, water and 1/2 boullion; let stand 10 minutes. Add cornmeal, honey, rest of boullion, milk, cheese and egg. Mix well. Add flour 1 cup at a time, mixing well. Dough will be stiff. Roll or pat dough out to about 1/2" thick. Either cut with a cookie cutter, or roll into small balls and flatten on cookie sheets. Bake at 325 for 35-45 minutes. Makes 3 1/2 dozen small-med treats. 

Cheesy Loves
(This one is FABULOUS!! Iris and Clyde were sitting in front of the oven, waiting for them to come out!! )
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
6 oz jar baby sweet potatoes (or carrots)
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tbs garlic powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 1/2- 2 cups rye flour

Combine cheese, sweet potatoes, oil, powder and soda in medium bowl. Using mixer, beat at medium speed until well blended. Add flour 1/2 cup at a time, beating in between, until mixture is firm - not too wet, and not dry and crumbly. It should kind of end up in a big ball as you are mixing.  Either roll dough into small balls and flatten on a greased cookie sheet, or press into medium shaped candy mold. (I bought some very inexpensive heart molds at Michael's Crafts - in the cake decorating section - for under $2)  Bake @ 350 for 15-20 mins. Let cool and refrigerate.